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354 - The Grit! January 9, 2026 01/09/2026

354 - The Grit! January 9, 2026 In today’s show Chas and David examine the Blood Feud between former surf comic Jonathan Wayne Freeman and Simmons acolyte @Hydrodynamica, seeking to understand the moment wherein ideology rewires what one’s eye’s witness, they seek enlightenment in pursuit of Kelly Slater’s ayahuasca journey, discover their own narrative arc paralleling that of The Grinch, feel the pang of frothstration, and uncover the inverse relationship between polyamory and collecting surfboards. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39678615

440 - Spit! January 9, 2025 01/09/2026

440 - Spit! January 9, 2025 In today’s show David and Scott share the historic and untold stories shared by PT and Shaun Tomson at Surf Expo, dive into the influential showmanship of Peter Drouyn, spill spoilers from the upcoming Stab In The Dark x Kelly Slater, review day one of Da Hui Backdoor Shootout, and survey what boards and brands sold best in 2025. Plus Dukes and Kooks! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39673400

353 - The Grit! January 2, 2025 01/02/2026

353 - The Grit! January 2, 2025 In today’s show David and Chas pick up the pieces from NYE and embark on the New Year with intel about Tom Curren’s hair dye, a new crown and title at Pipeline, a major shift from CT Champs that devalues legacy surf brands and spikes value in one surfer-owned brand, Jack Robinson offers you financial advice, shapers offer religious guidance, and we all learn difference between “butt hurt” and butt pleasure. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39596580

439 - Spit! December 31, 2025 12/31/2025

439 - Spit! December 31, 2025 In today’s show Scott and David pay homage to the pervasive Hoffman family legacy in California surfing, breakdown the massive sponsor disruptions in the top tier of men’s surfing and what it reveals about surf industry economics, discuss the savvy and bias agenda to select a “Best Of The Year”, and bid a final farewell to the surfing great’s who kick out in 2025. Happy New Year and enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39577475

352 - The Grit! December 26, 2025 12/26/2025

352 - The Grit! December 26, 2025 In today’s show David and Chas recap the glory of Christmas and ponder the possibility of The Lost Week, count the number of times they’ve executed what they intended to do while surfing, survey two recent surfing Blood Feuds, perplex over Curren’s hair color, Julian’s shift to LGBTQ-friendly leisurewear, and map a winning plan for NYE. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39538860

580 - Jeff Divine 12/24/2025

580 - Jeff Divine Surf photographer and photo editor Jeff Divine’s imagery has largely framed our perspective on North Shore surfing from the 70s and 80s. Today he shares stories from the era defining Expression Session in 1971, reveals that he didn’t befriend Gerry Lopez until a decade after they had helped build one another’s careers, he discusses how the inception of clothing brands altered surf mags editorial style, shares how to showcase personality through still imagery, the best photo he’s ever missed, and how he chose his last ever surf session. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39530040

438 - Spit! December 24, 2025 12/24/2025

438 - Spit! December 24, 2025 In today’s show Scott and David attempt to identify which surfer had the most impact in 2025, note new potential surfing world records, analyze the pattern of symbiotic worldwide surfboard design evolution, dive deep into Reno Abellira’s largely under appreciated contributions, and celebrate this season’s unofficial Triple Crown winners. Plus Dukes and Kooks! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39529130

351 - The Grit! December 18, 2025 12/18/2025

351 - The Grit! December 18, 2025 In today’s show David and Chas discover why bodyboarding reigns supreme over surfing, learn the virtues of not getting paid, pro surfing gets litigious, JJF brands Pipeline and lobbies to become Mister, a pro surf Catfish stands trial for wanton domestic abuse, and learn why your mail carrier deserves a parting gift. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39460050

579 - Max Stewart: Eye Symmetry Surfboards 12/16/2025

579 - Max Stewart: Eye Symmetry Surfboards In today’s show board builder Max Stewart explains the inverse relationship between product quality and business growth, tales from early days at Hayden Shapes, how Tom Carroll has informed how he takes custom orders and why he factors your personality into the order card. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39433095

350 - The Grit! December 12, 2025 12/12/2025

350 - The Grit! December 12, 2025 In today’s show dingleberries Chas and David learn about Kelly’s suspicious (alleged) scrubbing of the Internet, Bethany’s threat from the WSL, Sterling gets Curren to finally run his mouth, the boys learn how surf music becomes iconic, why Chinese wax jobs are here to stay, and which vehicle value is too great to bring to the beach. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39388105

578 - Matt Warshaw 12/12/2025

578 - Matt Warshaw In today’s episode the Encyclopedia of Surfing’s Matt Warshaw discusses the risks of having surf history chronicled by a single man, who’s gotten short shrift on the EOS, how much and how little has changed in surf culture since the first magazine, an examination of pioneering female surf photographers, the first surfer to go at Backdoor, and why he got screamed at (and run over) on his most recent surf trip. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39384930

349 - The Grit! December 5, 2025 12/05/2025

349 - The Grit! December 5, 2025 In today’s show David and Chas review the nearly released Surfline footage that potentially captured UFO activity, predict the implications and wonder if Harry Bryant tapped into the resource, they learn how Dale Webster soothed a weary cord lord’s Great White trauma, provide the ultimate holiday gifting guide, learn the beneficial chemical reaction of triethyl citrate, and explain the precise and only appropriate usage of “sick”. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39295805

435 - Spit! December 5, 2025 12/05/2025

435 - Spit! December 5, 2025 In today’s episode Scott and David learn why a swing might be the perfect gateway toy to learn to surf, Tanner Gudang keeps a thread of energy alive five decades on, Hugh Jackman violates an ancient surfing code and the WSL applauds him, MFeb narrows it down to the final four, and a 58 year man fends off the Grim Reaper at full sized Nazare. Plus Dukes and Kooks! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39293180

577 - Jordan Rodin 12/01/2025

577 - Jordan Rodin In today’s episode Jordan Rodin joins us to chat about life lessons and hazing gleaned from Derek Hynd, make a case for heavier surfboards, explain his 5 year hiatus from getting barreled, why you should be stripping down used boards and reshaping them, what famous sculptors of centuries past can teach us about surfing, why sometimes the smallest movements can translate to the biggest things. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39228325

576 - John Philbin 11/30/2025

576 - John Philbin In today’s show actor John Philbin recounts his life as an escape artist, shares dangers of achieving one’s life goals, the false paradigm of self-confidence, why he is not a good actor, how to reform a bitter and angry disposition, and why he doesn’t trust anyone who isn’t a hypocrite. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39209920

348 - The Grit! November 29, 2025 11/29/2025

348 - The Grit! November 29, 2025 In today’s show David and Chas innumerate a Gratitude List and explain why the modern era is the best time to be a surfer, welcome Benedict Cumberbatch into the brotherhood, honor Mom John as the greatest mother of all time, wonder where they’d be without surfing’s quiet gift of discipline, realize that cold plunges are free, and explain why it’s okay to pretend to be religious. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39205780

434 - Spit! November 25, 2025 11/25/2025

434 - Spit! November 25, 2025 In today’s show Scott and David analyze the new CT rules for 2026 and assess how they affect return champs, they marvel at the vast spectacle of Sunset beach, fret for the newly unlocked fear of outriggers in the line-up, warn to steer clear of lounging wildlife, and review the latest installment of EAST with MFeb. Plus Dukes, Kooks, and more! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39172425

347 - The Grit! November 21, 2025 11/21/2025

347 - The Grit! November 21, 2025 In today’s show Chas and David offer suitable insults for children, advise on how to keep a second marriage thriving while avoiding a third, wonder if the WSL lost it’s internet connection in Hawaii, learn when it’s appropriate to ask another surfer on a date, and determine the precise moment you should quit surfing. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39128935

575 - Kyle Thiermann 11/18/2025

575 - Kyle Thiermann In today’s show Kyle Thiermann shares the near death experience that altered his life’s perspective, explains the creative fertility nested in boredom, shares how his relationship with psychedelics has changed after nearly a decade of experimentation, reflects on the moment he learned you don’t need to master your hobbies, and discusses his desire to maintain strong relationships with his parents despite developing radically different ideologies and how that inspired his first book, “One Last Question Before You Go: Why You Should Interview Your Parent’s”. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39082660

346 - The Grit! November 14, 2025 11/14/2025

346 - The Grit! November 14, 2025 In today’s show, whole Luke Cederman snores in the background, Chas and David predict that the next Matt Hoy will come from a wave pool, make predictions about Carissa Moore’s return to Tour, a long time listener gets regulated from a La Jolla reef, and another gets emasculated by both Coco Ho and then Billy Kemper, and we all get reminded why opting not to regulate females in the line-up is sexist. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39040480

432 - Spit! November 14, 2025 11/14/2025

432 - Spit! November 14, 2025 In today’s show Scott and David discuss Carissa Moore’s return to the CT and wonder how motherhood differs from fatherhood for those in pursuit of a World Title, marvel at Lisa Andersen’s 4 titles postpartum, pick apart Stab’s EAST episode 2, beg for the return of Danny Johnson, and finally bask in the glory of Snapt5. Plus Dukes and Kooks. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/39039345

345 - The Grit! November 7, 2025 11/07/2025

345 - The Grit! November 7, 2025 In today’s absurdist themed show longboarders take center stage as youngest WSL champ ever wins her third title while Stab buries the lede, Joel Tudor wins over corporate airlines and then takes them to court, Moana Jones Wong joins OnlyFans, and the boys discover the perfect projectile to reintroduce regulation in your local line up. Plus Barrel or Nah?! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/38955240

344 - The Grit! October 31, 2025 10/31/2025

344 - The Grit! October 31, 2025 In today’s Halloween episode David and Chas confront a new spate of misplaced anger and advise Rory Russell on how to use Instagram, explain how to win a fight against four frat boys, get revved about the greatest invention since the wave pool, and learn that there’s no such thing as a one wave set. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/38869380

574 - Paul Naude: The State Of The Industry 10/30/2025

574 - Paul Naude: The State Of The Industry In today’s show Vissla CEO Paul Naude joins us to discuss how the consolidation of major surf brands is affecting surf culture, how the licensing operational model can threaten retailer’s long term viability, why now is a fertile opportunity for growth for independent brands and retail, and why the consumer wields influence through the power of their purchasing. Recorded live at the SIMA SUPER SUMMIT at the Rivian Theatre on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/38850620

343 - The Grit! October 24, 2025 10/24/2025

343 - The Grit! October 24, 2025 In today’s show David awakes from an anxiety dream to realize he’s manifested the perfect plot for North Shore 2, John Peck sends a wink from the great beyond to remind us he was never really here, Surfing World maps for the next 60 years with an injection of fresh blood, and the boys welcome Raglan Surf Report and Turtle for the next live show! Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/38775030

429 - Spit! October 21, 2025 10/21/2025

429 - Spit! October 21, 2025 In today’s show Scott and David recap The Boardroom Show, celebrate the shaping accomplishments, reveal next year’s honoree, and then stack rank the best cutback’s of all time, get caught off guard by early season Pipe, prepare for a child to win a CT title, and analyze why Andy Irons still reigns supreme. Plus Dukes and Kooks! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/38727865

342 - The Grit! October 17, 2025 10/17/2025

342 - The Grit! October 17, 2025 In today’s show the world’s biggest surf fan finds her way to Chas and David’s heart through their stomach, Dan Mann waltz’s into Icon status in a blanket of foam dust, Jamie Mitchell makes mainstream news with another near death wipeout, Bill Stewart shirks the criteria and wins the day, and the boys explain why you should never how the waves are today. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/38622565

573 - Rodolfo Klima 10/10/2025

573 - Rodolfo Klima In today’s show early Peruvian shaping pioneer Rodolfo Klima joins us to discuss Peru as the inception place of surfing and it’s integral role in early surf competitions, learning how to shape by instinct alone, Gordon Clark's unknown factory in Peru, the challenge of building a business in an unstable economy and democracy, why Peru may generate the next disruptive crop of pros, and his opportunity to compete in the Icons of Foam shaping competition. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/38535490

572 - Barry Vandermeulen 10/10/2025

572 - Barry Vandermeulen In today’s show South African pro surfer turned shaper Barry Vandermeulen joins to share stories of early life in the remote but influential Bay of Plenty, his tutelage from Spider to Spyder, Matt Biolos’s springboard into his eponymous label, how to run a business without a website, why he doesn’t put his name on his surfboards, and his opportunity to compete in the Icons of Foam shaping competition. Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/38534660

341 - The Grit! October 9, 2025 10/09/2025

341 - The Grit! October 9, 2025 In today’s show Chas finally reveals music he DOES like, and David reveals Malibu’s coolest resident, and the boys gawk at JJF’s newly chiseled physique, are rapt by Jason Momoa’s story of survival, count how many people Laird has rescued, discover the Rock Star SUP’r who gave it all away, pray for Sierra Kerr, and learn to accept their future as birders. Plus Barrel or Nah?! Enjoy! /episode/index/show/surfsplendorpodcast/id/38533475

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